Hipotels Gran Playa de Palma

With its warm welcome, first-class facilities and proximity to the airport, this hotel will put you instantly in holiday mode. A white, sandy beach is a two-minute walk from the hotel and – if you can peel yourself away from your sun lounger – the sights of Palma are a 20-minute taxi ride away.

Two large outdoor pools, lined with palm trees and chic sun loungers, lie at the centre of the action. There are poolside Balinese beds for hire, too, if you fancy some extra comfort. Bringing the little ones? No worries, kids have their own pool for making a splash to their heart’s content. 

Golf-lovers are in the right spot here. The hotel partners with 15 nearby courses to offer tailored packages that will please the most avid golfing fanatic. Cycling more your thing? Rent a bike direct from the hotel. And if you’re serious about fitness, head to the hotel gym, or work up a sweat thanks to the regular aquagym, pilates, and yoga classes held throughout the day.

The buffet restaurant, meanwhile, does more than serve varied breakfasts and delicious dinners. There are also multiple show-cooking areas, themed corners, and once a week there’s a special gala dinner. You can also top up on snacks and cold drinks at the poolside bar. And, in the evenings, freshly-made cocktails and a dedicated tea corner await you at the lobby bar. Be sure to also make a beeline to the lounge bar when evening falls – it hosts live music and entertainment, complete with a handy drinks and cocktail service.

Finally, take a couple of hours to wind it down at the deluxe spa. A heated indoor pool with hydromassage beds, Hammam, sauna, and menu of indulgent treatments await.